Factors Affecting Photosynthesis
Chapter Name : Photosynthesis In Higher Plants |
Sub Topic Code : 103_11_13_10_02 |
Topic Name : Factors Affecting Photosynthesis |
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Sub Topic Name : Carbon Dioxide Concentration |
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Introduction
The various effects of carbon di oxide concentration in plants?
Pre-Requisites:
Photosynthesis, Greenhouse
Activity:
Place the plant in more CO2 condition which will hamper the plant growth.
Real Life Question:
What happens if plants are exposed to high CO2?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Photosynthesis | Photosynthesis is the process of converting light energy to chemical energy and storing it in the bonds of sugar. |
| Greenhouse | A greenhouse (also called a glasshouse) is a building in which plants are grown. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Plants | To observe the effect of Co2 in plants. |
Real life uses :
Various plants absorb CO2 for photosynthesis.
Places to visit :
Visit your garden where various plants are absorbing CO2 for its growth.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Plants | Appropriate Co2 concentration helps plant in its growth. |
What you learn in Theory:
CO2 has various effects on plant growth.
What you learn in Practice:
Plants growing in optimum CO2 conditions are healthy.